TV & Film

‘Euphoria’s Jules continues to break our hearts

The latest special from the HBO drama, co-written by Hunter Schafer, will hit you right in the feels—as usual

By Casey Plett

Xtra Weekly

Topline: Out with Tony Soprano, in with Lady Gaga

Welcoming the Joe Biden presidency also means saying goodbye to Donald Trump

By Erica Lenti

Power

British media is increasingly transphobic. Here’s why

Some lay blame on old-school journalists, others point to hateful politicians. Either way, anti-trans sentiment has become the nation’s accepted bigotry

By V.S. Wells

Identity

Celebrating fat queer bodies

Why a fat-centric celebration in Manchester could be the next frontier in inclusive Prides for all

By Gina Tonic

Activism

LGBTQ2S+ people are feeding their communities—and you can, too

Advice on how to get involved from queers on the frontlines of food insecurity

By Chaya M Milchtein

Identity

On the internet, anything can be a lesbian

Inside the meme that fills in the gaps of lacklustre queer representation

By Nour Abi-Nakhoul

TV & Film

Reading the history of gay desire

Evan Purchell’s “Ask Any Buddy” project explores the evolution of gay porn over the decades—and where progress has stalled in the medium

By Sam Moore

Politics

The LGBTQ2S+ victories you may have missed during election night

Some good news from a disappointing night: Meet the queer and trans candidates who won their races

By Erica Lenti

Politics

What LGBTQ2S+ issues must be addressed post-election?

Five American queer and trans-inclusive organizations weigh in

By Ziya Jones

Politics

How to debunk online disinformation about LGBTQ2S+ people

BuzzFeed News reporter Jane Lytvynenko has made a living busting phony news online. For queer and trans folks, that skill is imperative in keeping communities safe

By Paula Tran

Power

Community calls for alternative policing models at Toronto police town hall

By KC Hoard

Rainbow Votes 2020

The future of the Supreme Court hangs in the balance

Jim Obergefell, the namesake behind the case that made marriage equality the law of the land, doesn’t have high hopes for America’s highest court

By Nico Lang

Politics

Everything you need to know about Amy Coney Barrett

Trump’s latest Supreme Court pick has expressed anti-LGBTQ2 sentiment in past speaking engagements—but what that means for queer and trans Americans is still unclear

By Nour Abi-Nakhoul

Politics

The progressive issues that could win Joe Biden the presidency

Where the Democratic candidate stands on health care, social justice and LGBTQ2 rights—and how his positions could give him the winning edge

By Sabine Franklin

Rainbow Votes 2020

The Trump bump paints a terrifying picture of America’s future

What can you expect from our next edition of Rainbow Votes 2020? Here’s The Brief for Sept. 8

By Erica Lenti

Canada’s Drag Race

‘Canada’s Drag Race’ Episode 10 Power Ranking: All hail Queen Pri!

By Kevin O’Keeffe

Canada’s Drag Race

‘Canada’s Drag Race’ Episode 10 recap: The Queen of the North is here

After 10 weeks, Priyanka is crowned Canada’s first Drag Superstar

By Kevin O’Keeffe

Politics

Canada’s failed plot to end conversion therapy

Legislation that would have banned the practice across the country has been killed. A survivor weighs in on the Canadian government’s responsibility to address its shortcomings

By Peter Gajdics